There is nothing quite as exciting as having a baby. And though Mother Nature has a way of bringing babies into this world, it is nice to know that medical expertise is close by when the big day arrives. Lake Pointe Medical Center delivers approximately 1,200 babies each year, providing every baby with quality care and a family centered approach. We offer:
• 6 Labor/Delivery/Recovery rooms
• 2 Surgical Suites located within Labor and Delivery to accommodate Caesarean births
• 16 bed Level I Nursery dedicated to the care of well newborns
• 17 bed Level II and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) equipped to provide 24 hour advanced care for infants born prematurely
• 17 Postpartum beds
• Secured unit for your safety and the safety of your baby
• Centralized fetal monitoring
• Ultrasound and other diagnostic testing available within hospital
• Lactation Store - Nursing Notions
• Wi Fi access available throughout the hospital
• Concierge services available (Call 972-535-2756 to access this service)
In addition to the Level I Nursery, Lake Pointe offers a 17-bed Level II and Level III NICU for those deliveries requiring a higher level of care, the only Level II and Level III NICU in Rockwall County. The Level II and Level III NICU allows us to provide advanced nursing care for infants born prematurely, infants with special needs, and infants who are medically compromised. This advanced level of service allows mother and baby to stay together after delivery. Our medical staff includes board-certified Pediatricians, Anesthesiologists, Neonatologists, Perinatologists (Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist), Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, and specially trained Registered Nurses and Respiratory Therapists that are available 24/7 to handle any need that may arise.
Level II/III NICU
Level II/III NICU
Nesting Room
Our nursing staff is available to support new parents with education in newborn care, provide encouragement to new parents in the care of their newborn, and promote bonding between the new parents and their newborn. Each of our nurses are certified in infant CPR and advanced life support.
Level I Nursery
Childbirth Classes - We understand the importance of preparing for delivery during this most exciting time in your life. To assist those first-time parents, we offer comprehensive childbirth classes monthly, covering such topics as stages of labor, methods of delivery, baby and post partum care, breast and bottle feeding, and many more. Each class concludes with a tour of the OB Unit. Please call 1-866-525-LPMC(5762) to make your reservation. All parents-to-be are invited to tour our facility and visit our nursing staff who are always happy to answer any questions you may have.
Our pre-registration process allows for immediate admittance on the day of delivery and provides our staff with access to vital information on both mother and child.
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Lactation Store - Nursing Notions - The Lactation Store offers new mothers the option of breast pump rentals ($65 per month), all the supplies that a new mother needs for breast feeding her new bundle of joy, as well as other assorted gifts for baby and/or new brother or sister. The store is open Monday through Friday from 10:00AM to 4:00PM and offers full-time lactation support Monday through Friday. The store is available to all new mothers, not just those that deliver at Lake Pointe Medical Center. Come visit us on the Postpartum Unit on the 2nd floor at Lake Pointe Medical Center.
We are also staffed with a certified Lactation Consultant and all nursery and postpartum staff have attended the Texas Department of Health Breastfeeding course to assist you in promoting a good start to your breastfeeding.
We offer the birthing partner the option of rooming with the mother and baby. Open visitation is available from 9:00AM to 9:00PM on the Postpartum floor. Visitation in Labor and Delivery is 24 hours a day.
For more information on our experienced OB/GYN and pediatric specialists, call 1-866-525-LPMC (5762) or click here to find a physician.